Sourcing Leader - Chinese Market

About the job

1. About the Company

A multinational corporation specializing in electronics equipment, serving global markets with advanced mechanical and electronic components. The company is recognized for innovation, reliability, and strong partnerships across industries such as telecommunications, automotive, and industrial applications.

2. Role & Responsibilities

• Supplier sourcing & development: Identify, evaluate, and develop suppliers, with a strong focus on the Chinese market.
• Supplier management: Build and maintain a list of strategic suppliers, ensuring long‑term partnerships.
• Negotiation: Lead negotiations on pricing, Incoterms, MOQ, lead times, and other commercial terms.
• Cost control: Monitor and manage purchasing costs to ensure optimal cost efficiency.
• Cross‑functional collaboration: Work closely with Purchasing, QA/QC, R&D, and Production teams to secure stable supply.
• Supplier evaluation: Conduct audits and assess supplier capabilities in terms of quality, delivery, and compliance.
• Issue resolution: Handle problems such as delays, quality defects, and claims effectively.
• Market intelligence: Track market trends and raw material pricing to support sourcing decisions.
• Team leadership: Manage and guide the sourcing team when applicable.

3. Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in International Trade, Economics, Supply Chain, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in sourcing or purchasing, with proven experience working with Chinese suppliers.
• Leadership or supervisory experience is preferred.
• Fluent Chinese language skills (mandatory): negotiation, contract reading, and technical documentation.
• Strong knowledge of the Chinese market and supplier landscape.
• Excellent skills in negotiation, cost analysis, problem‑solving, and team management.
• Proficiency in Excel; ERP systems experience (SAP, Oracle, etc.) is an advantage.
• High commitment to quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement.